Shramalaya

This place is incredible. So serene. Nestled in a village, Shramalaya gives a unique experience. I took sound healing session with Milaad whose a great instructor. He spent time explaining us the process and then after the class discussed more about the healing journeys and experiences he has picked. The session itself was very powerful, I definitely felt better after it.

This place has a magic energy, you can feel the love that has been put into it. Everytime I visit this space I felt held, this place feels like a shelter where you can ground, feel held and meet yourself. Making this place a powerful space to open yourself to be genuine in your practice, to let go, and to be in the present moment with what is there. Of course this is not the only highlight this place is full of magic. Being at Shramalaya feels like feeling sheltered in the wildernes of the land. Here you can immerse yourself in the sound of the river or the rainforest, you can observe the animals that are part of this land and become part of this environment. Of course is also a journey into a the village life and you often here the families ir the temple that is near by what makes it and authentic experience. Far from the buissines of cities is a privilage to come for a session here. Finding an Opportunity to retreat yourself while feeling the magic of Sri Lanka and the nurturing and power of Shramalaya. Classes with Elly and Matthieu where amazing. The practice integrates pranayama exercises that are allways a great match for what is to come and a great tool to ground yourself into the practice. They also integrate some wonderful insight about yoga philosophy. The asana practice is a challanging but I loved it they always give options and you can decide what feels good for you in that moment. They are great advicing with body position adjustments. And I also loved that they really give some focus into the meditation practice. I missed that in my days and having this practice had brought a lot into my life and my practice. I stayed 2 weeks in the area and I practice at Shramalaya almost everyday. I leave now full of gratitude, charged and with loads of insights and inspiration to continue my Yoga journey. Tip: Milads sound journey is a wonderful experience as well he guides you throughout different breathing techniques and then takes you into a sound journey that is not only crazy beautiful trip but as well a very powerful experience. Also, they have a beautiful project inviting kids from the village for a yoga practice where they meditate, play and share a yoga practice with so many beautiful insights. This project is amazing and feels my heart with love to see how good the kids feel being part of it. I am so looking forward to visit again this place until then sending my gratitude and love to the Shramalaya family and the community around them. 🤍 Namaste🙏

A tiny riverside sanctuary where time softens and the mind finally exhales..Simple, peaceful, and quietly magical — a place that reminds you how little you actually need to feel whole. Elly running this place awesomely 💯💯

Really enjoyed Elly’s class, she was friendly, accommodating, well-composed. Was easily one of the best yoga classes I’ve attended!

Had the most amazing evening yin yoga session at Shramalaya. Elly is a great instructor and I felt so grounded throughout the whole session. The ambiance is also just simply beautiful. 💚 Would come here everyday if I lived here!